Overview

The Tektronix PPG1251 PatternPro® programmable pattern generator provides pattern generation for high-speed Datacom testing.

Key performance specifications

• 800 Mb/s to 12.5 Gb/s data rate range
• 250 mV to 2.0 V output amplitude
• -2.0 V to 3.0 V offset window
• 35% to 65% programmable crossing point

Key features

• Programmable data rate, amplitude, offset, and crossing point
• Differential data, pattern trigger, clock/n, and full rate clock outputs
• Integrated programmable clock source
• PRBS and user defined patterns
• Option PPG1251 JIT includes SJ, PJ, and RJ insertion
• Front panel touch screen GUI and USB computer control

Applications

• High Speed Serial data testing
• Semiconductor & component testing
• R&D design verification

Product description

The Tektronix PPG1251 is a fully programmable instrument with an integrated clock source. This pattern generator features high-performance DC coupled limiting amplifiers that result in accurate, fast rise time data signals. Option PPG1251 JIT adds built-in impairments, including SJ, PJ, and RJ insertion.

• Tektronix PPG1251 1 Channel Programmable Pattern Generator 12.5 Gb/s - Datasheet (206 KB)